Pre-K / Kindergarten Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About Life Prep Christian Academy

Life Prep Christian Academy is a Christ-centered hybrid homeschool program dedicated to nurturing the whole childacademically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. We believe children learn best when they feel safe, known, loved, and inspired. Rather than emphasizing academic pressure or rigid rigor, we focus on cultivating curiosity, confidence, character, and a lifelong love of learning.

Our innovative hybrid model empowers families to remain actively involved in their childrens education while providing high-quality academic instruction rooted in biblical truth. Students attend campus three days per week (MondayWednesday) and complete learning at home the remaining two days, giving families the freedom to invest in intentional, relationship-centered time together.

Our passion is to help students discover their God-given purpose, develop their unique gifts and talents, and boldly declare their faith with confidence. We believe God has called us to raise up the next generation of strong Christian leaders who can stand firm in truth and influence the world around them.

Kinder Prep Teacher

Schedule: Part-Time | MondayWednesday | 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

Job Type: Part-Time | In Person

Position Overview

The Kinder Prep Teacher will create a warm, nurturing, and Christ-centered classroom where young learners can explore, discover, and grow. This role focuses on kindergarten readiness through hands-on learning, play-based exploration, social-emotional development, and faith formation.

The ideal candidate has a strong Christian faith and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a genuine heart for young children, excellent classroom management skills, and experience working with early learners in traditional, homeschool, Montessori, or early childhood settings.

Hourly Base Salary Based on Experience

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

Hands on Training

Career Growth Opportunities

• Create a welcoming and engaging classroom environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lessons in literacy, math, science, social studies, and enrichment activities.
• Foster curiosity, creativity, and independent thinking through hands-on learning experiences.
• Integrate Biblical truths and Christian character development into daily classroom activities.
• Support students social and emotional growth through relationship-building, guidance, and positive reinforcement.
• Utilize positive classroom management techniques that promote self-regulation and responsibility.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student growth, progress, and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and administration to create a cohesive educational experience.
• Adapt instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.

Qualifications

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with Biblical values.
• Agreement with the mission, vision, and Statement of Faith of Life Prep Christian Academy.
• Experience teaching young children in an early childhood, preschool, kindergarten, homeschool, or private school setting.
• Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate educational practices.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families, teachers, and administration.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Homeschool teaching experience.
• Montessori training or classroom experience.
• Experience in a Christian school environment.
• Florida teaching certification or equivalent teaching experience.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.